Chase

Chase is an adoptable male Belgian Shepherd Malinois looking for a home at Los Angeles County - Agoura in Agoura, California. He is fully grown and large in size. He is currently on the shelter's euthanasia list with only 25 days left, listed due to lack of space. Adopting Chase, or even sharing his story, could save a life before it's too late.

Name: CHASE Animal ID: A5797935 Location: Agoura Breed: BELG MALINOIS Color: BLACK Sex: Male Age: 5 years 0 months Weight: 60 lbs Assessment BEHAVIOR ASSESSMENT DISCLAIMER This assessment reflects the animal's most currently observed behavior and available history at the time of evaluation. This assessment should be considered a snapshot in time that will require updating as new information or behaviors emerge. It should not be relied upon to predict future behavior or as a statement of overall temperament. For additional information about an animal's behavior, please contact the animal care center. EVALUATION DATE: 2026-09-01 UPDATED THE LEGEND: ADULTS ONLY (REQ) i DOG SOCIAL SKILLS: NO OTHER DOGS (REC) i SMALL DOG SOCIAL \"OVERALL SCORE\": NEEDS ASSESSMENT i ENERGY LEVEL: MEDIUM i TRAINING RECOMMENDATION: B-MOD HANDLING i EVALUATION COMMENTS: He was taken to the catch pen for the handling assessment after play group. The handler knelt and called to him, and he approached with soft body language, seeking affection. He allowed the handler to pet his head without issue and remove his play group collar. He allowed the handler to touch his ears with no reaction. When the handler checked his teeth, he became tense with his ears pinned back, licking his lips and giving side eye. When the handler touched his tail and his paws, he became tense, licking his lips and giving side eye. After the handling, he relaxed again and was returned to his kennel. Due to his handling sensitivity, he will need an adult only home at this time. Due to his handling sensitivity and his behavior during intake exam, he will also require a known history of aggression disclosure form.